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MACAO
8 40 miles south-west of Hongkong. One steamer (8.8. Heungshan, 1,055 tons) daily to and from Hongkong, and twʊ
steamers to and from Canton, give easy communication with both these centres.
Travellers to the East should not leave Hongkong without paying a visit to Macao, This historical and picturesque Portuguese Colony, founded in 1557, is sufficiently important and interesting to deserve a portion of the tourist's time.
The approach to Macao is exceedingly beautiful, and has often been spoken of as a miniature Bay of Naples. A day may be pleasantly spent in visiting the following places :--
The Praia Grande, a beautiful promenade on sen front, with Fort San Francisco and Public Gardens at the Eastern end, the ancient Fort Bom Parto and magnificent Hotel “Boa Vista” on an eminence at the West end.
The Gardens and Grotto of Camoes, named after the distinguished and famous Portuguese poet, who
wrote the Lusiad there. The facade and ruins of the Jesuit Church of San Paulo, which was burnt down in 1835. The
Barrier of Porta do Cerco, the place of demarcation between Portuguese and Chinese Territory, s tragically associated with the murder, by the Chinese, of Governor Ferreira do Amaral on 22wi August, 1849. The Quia Fort, with Chapel and Lighthouse enclosed--the latter being the first Lighthouse in the Far East From this point, a magnificent panoramic view can be obtained of the city, the islands, surrounding country and water-ways. The Avenida Vasco da Gama. The picturesque Montanha Russa on the outskirts of the city, beyond
Florn Gardens, overlooking the bathing-beach of Areia Preta.
'BOA VISTA
99
(HOTEL-SANITARIUM OF SOUTH CHINA),
MACAO.
UNDER EUROPEAN MANAGEMENT.
The strictest supervision as to food, cleanliness, and hygiene is exercised. All comforts of a Home.
A most pleasant retreat for those desirous of a few days rest and quiet. Comfortable accommodation for travellers.
It is beautifully situated, overlooking the sea and Praia Grande, and from its verandahs may be seen a vista of ever-changing panoramic views, not to be excelled in any part of the world.
For terms, apply to--
Telegraphic Address:- BOAVISTA."
The MANAGER.
Extracts from "BOA VISTA" Visitors' Book.
Everything most comfortable.
Food good and nicely cooked.
Everything supplied for comfort.
The most attractive spot and very best hotel I have seen in China,
Delighted with our visit. Too charming for words.
We have spent the happiest hours of our lives at the " Boa Vista " Hotel. Delighted with Hotel and Macao. An ideal place for a quiet holiday.
We cannot strongly enough recommend this
"Boa Vista" is by a long way the best Hotel in the East.
first-class house.
Food and attendance excellent, bel-rooms comfortable, scrupulous cleanliness throughout. desirous of a few days rest and quiet to recuperate, a beau ideal establishment.
Most pleasant retreat for one either in good or bad health.
Quel charmant petit endroit ce sera pour le repos de nos fatigues.
Ravissant Hotel.
A charming place. The best Hotel I have found in the Orient.
For one
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